Asia’s Premier Architecture Business Event

ARCHIDEX 2025 will be held across two prominent venues: the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) from 21 – 24 July and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) from 23 – 26 July. The NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) supports the event as one of the media partners.

Caption: ARCHIDEX 2025 is poised to drive regional growth and innovation in the booming
architecture and building industry.

This year’s edition promises to deliver twice the impact, featuring close to 1,000 exhibitors, across 36,700 sqm of exhibition space – 40% increase from last year, and attracting an estimated 56,000 visitors from 110 countries and regions. As a cornerstone of the annual Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival (KLAF), ARCHIDEX 2025 will serve as a key driver in strengthening Malaysia’s building and construction sectors by fostering innovation, business partnerships, and knowledge exchange.

C.I.S President and Joint Organiser of ARCHIDEX Dato’ Vincent Lim said, “ARCHIDEX has grown
beyond an exhibition into a strategic platform driving business opportunities, innovation, and
collaboration in the built environment sector.”

PAM President and Joint Organiser of ARCHIDEX Adjunct Professor Architect Adrianta Aziz said,
“As the anchor event of the Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival (KLAF), ARCHIDEX continues to
grow in ambition, influence and impact.”

Key Highlights of ARCHIDEX 2025

• The World of Works (WOW): A first in ASEAN – this real-live workplace simulation champions sustainable workplace design. As the global office market heads toward USD4.9 trillion by 2032, WOW highlights green building solutions, ergonomic designs, smart office tech, and flexible collaborative spaces.
• Malaysia-China Customised Furniture Zone: A strategic partnership between Malaysia and China, dedicated to meeting the rising demand for tailored interiors and fit-out solutions.
• The PAM Pavilion: A collaboration between the Malaysian Timber Council to promote the use of Malaysian timber to the world.
• ASEAN Fenestration & Technology Exhibition (FENESTEX): A new co-located exhibition showcasing technologies for windows, doors, facades, and glass – supporting energy-efficient buildings.
• KL Architecture Week 2025: The inaugural KL Architecture Week goes beyond exhibition. It’s where architecture, arts and heritage awaken in the heart of Old Kuala Lumpur, revealing the city’s tourist gems. With the aim to connect the business events industry with tourism, it drives stronger visitor economy and create meaningful experience for everyone.

ASEAN Real Estate Summit 2025: Driving Regional Progress

The ASEAN Real Estate Summit (AREC) 2025 from 23 – 26 July at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre will also be hosted. The summit will explore regional housing challenges through the lens of sustainable construction and urbanisation, resilient infrastructure and connected liveable spaces. Both ARCHIDEX and AREC 2025 will drive business growth, sustainability, and innovation across the regional architecture, building and property sectors.

ARCHIDEX

Asia’s Leading Architecture Business Event, established in 2000, is a dynamic platform at the forefront of Asia’s architecture and building industry. This unique exhibition that showcases the latest developments and trends in the field, creates a comprehensive platform offering a spectrum of opportunities, including forums, trade talks, industry meetings, business matchmaking sessions, networking events, and prestigious awards ceremonies, all aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation within the architecture and building community.